BMI For 5'1'' in And 156 lbs - Find Your Personal BMI Score & Ideal Weight

Michelle Saari MSc, RD
Registered Dietitian

By Michelle Saari MSc, RD

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Last Updated on,
September 16th, 2024

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29 At 5'1'' in And 156 lbs Your BMI Is 29

Height

5'1''in

Weight

156lbs

-25 lbs

To Reach A Normal BMI Classification
Normal BMI ends: 132 lbs

+3 lbs

Until You Reach An Obese Class 1 BMI Classification
Obese Class 1 BMI starts: 159 lbs

BMI Grading Table For Height 5'1'' in

Weight Weight Class
Below 97 lbs Underweight
98 lbs - 132 lbs Normal
132 lbs - 158 lbs Overweight
158 lbs And Above Obese

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Ideal Weight For A 5'1'' in Male Or Female

The Ideal Weight Range Using The BMI For A Male Or Female With A Height Of 5'1'' in Is

Between

98 lbs
And
132 lbs

How to Calculate BMI For 5'1'' in And 156 lbs

156 X 703 = 10966824 X 24 = 577
109668 / 577 = 29 BMI

5'1'' = Height in | 156 = Weight lbs

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What’s my BMI?

Body Mass Index (BMI) is one way to measure health in older adults. If we think of health like a puzzle, BMI is just one piece of a very large puzzle. While it does not fully determine whether an individual is healthy or not, it does help in determining long-term health outcomes.

BMI is a calculation of the ratio of height to weight, this gives a number that is compared to a reference range.

According to The World Health Organization (WHO) BMI does have limitations that make it not appropriate to use as a sole indicator of health. So let’s take a look at when it’s useful, and how to properly use it!

BMI and its Role in Health

Calculating the BMI is actually relatively simple.

BMI = kg/m2

Kg = Kilograms Body Weight

M2 = Height in Metres Squared

A practical example would be a woman who is 5 feet 6 inches tall, which equals 1.68 meters, or 2.82 meters squared. This woman weighs 68 kilograms. So if we plug that into the formula we get:

BMI = 68 / 2.82

BMI = 24.1

BMI Range

Health CategoryBMI Range
Underweight< 18.5
Normal WeightBetween 18.5-24.9
OverweightBetween 25-29.9
Obese≥ 30

References

  1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8984168/
  2. https://www.cdc.gov/bmi/faq/index.html
  3. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmi_tbl.pdf
  4. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmi_tbl.htm
Michelle Saari MSc, RD
Written By Registered Dietitian Michelle Saari MSc, RD
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Michelle Saari is a highly experienced Registered Dietitian based in Canada, specializing in nutrition for aging well. She holds a Master’s Degree in Human Nutritional Sciences from the University of Manitoba and has completed a Dietetic Internship at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutritional Sciences and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Manitoba. With over six years of experience as a Clinical Dietitian at the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, Michelle has extensive knowledge in nutrition education and food services. She has also served as the Director of the Food and Nutrition Services Department, where she led numerous initiatives to improve patient care through targeted nutrition strategies. She is the founder of two elderly nutrition-focused health blogs, The Dietitian Prescription and The Long Term Care RD. Through these platforms, she creates engaging and informative content that bridges the gap between scientific research and practical dietary choices. She is passionate about promoting health through evidence-based nutrition advice, specializing in high protein, high fiber, and low Glycemic Index cooking. Her expertise has been recognized by prominent media outlets, including Forbes, Fox News, Men’s Health, Yahoo, MSN, She Finds, Eat This Not That!, U.S. News and World Report, and AskMen.com. She has also been a featured guest speaker at esteemed events such as the North West Renal Dietitian's Annual Conference and the Dietitians of Canada Annual Conference, where she presented her thesis research.

Frequently Asked Question' s

What Is The BMI For A 5'1'' in And 156 lbs Female?

For a female with a height of 5'1'' in and weight of 156 lbs, the calculated BMI is 29. This falls into the overweight category on the BMI scale.

What Is The BMI For A 5'1'' in And 156 lbs Male?

If a male is 5'1'' in tall and weighs 156 lbs, their calculated BMI would be 29. This BMI value is considered overweight for adult males.

What Is The Ideal Weight For A 5'1'' in Female?

For a 5'1'' in female, the ideal weight range is approximately 97.71-131.51 lbs. At 156 lbs , this individual would be considered overweight for their height.

What Is The Ideal Weight For A 5'1'' in Male?

The ideal weight range for a male with a height of 5'1'' in is around 97.71-131.51 lbs. This means a 5'1'' in 156 lbs male would be overweight.

If I Am 5'1'' in And Weigh 156 lbs, Is That A Good Weight For My Height?

No, if you are 5'1'' in tall and weigh 156 lbs, this would be considered overweight based on BMI calculations. The ideal weight range for 5'1'' inmale and female is 97.71-131.51 lbs.

How Is BMI Calculated For A Height Of 5'1'' in And Weight Of 156 lbs?

To calculate BMI for someone 5'1'' in tall and weighing 156 lbs, you take the weight in kilograms and divide it by the height in meters squared. For these stats, the BMI formula is 70.76 kg / ( 1.5494m)2 which equals a BMI of 29.

Is A BMI Of 29 Good For Someone 5'1'' in Tall?

No, a BMI of 29 for a 5'1'' in individual would be considered overweight. A healthy BMI range is usually 18.5-24.9. At this height, the ideal BMI is approximately 19-25.

What Are Yhe Weight Ranges For Different BMIs At 5'1'' in Tall?

For a 5'1'' in adult:
Underweight BMI is less than 18.4 = Under 97.18 lbs
Healthy Weight BMI 18.5-24.9 = 97.71-131.51 lbs
Overweight Weight BMI 25-29.9 = 132.04-157.91 lbs
Obese BMI 30 or higher = Over 158.44 lbs

Does BMI Take Age/Gender Into Account For A 5'1'' in Person?

The standard BMI calculations do not factor in age or gender. However, ideal weight ranges can differ slightly for males vs females of the same height. BMI standards also have different categories for older adults over age 65.
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